Blood
Donation Guidelines (please read!)
The
Red Cross is only asking for type O blood right now, although they will
need other types in the next couple of weeks to replenish supplies. They
prefer if people call to make an appointment rather than just dropping
in. Check the list below to make sure you qualify to give blood.
You cannot give blood if you: Have, or have ever had, Hepatitis or heart disease.
Are feeling unwell, or have flu or cold symptoms.
Are under 17.
Are under 110 pounds.
Have already given blood within the last 8 weeks.
Have had dental work in the last week.
Have had a tattoo or piercing in the last year (depending on the method).
Have had a immunizations in the last month.
Are on prescription medication (some meds are ok).
You will also be asked if you have been out of the country in the last three years and where; travel to Europe is generally considered ok, Africa, Asia and Central/South America may disqualify you. For a more complete list of requirements, please visit http://www.redcross.org/services/biomed/blood/learn/eligibl.html
Canadian
Donation
The
number to call for Canadians is 1-800-2-DONATE (1-800-236-6283), and the
official website is http://www.bloodservices.ca/.
There are also a lot of local blood drives going on.
Cash
Donations
American
Red Cross
Cash
donations — (800) HELP-NOW
Red
Cross donations through Amazon
Red
Cross Donations through PayPal
Salvation
Army
Cash
donations — (800) SAL-ARMY
Note:
Donations to the Salvation Army should be marked : "for terrorist victims"
or they may not make it to that fund.
Other
Red Cross Resources
http://www.redcross.org/donate/give/
(This
site has been down a lot recently)
Thank You,